Marriage Quote by L.M. Montgomery
““No, I've neither wife nor progeny, Miss Plum. I've often tried to get married, but something always prevented. Sometimes everyone was willing but the girl herself. Sometimes nobody was willing.””
About This Quote
Source Book: Anne of Green Gables, 1908
Marriage can be thwarted by external and internal obstacles, reflecting timing and personal readiness.
In simple terms: Marriage often faces timing and willingness issues.
Key Takeaway
Recognize and respect personal and social constraints.
Themes
relationships
timing
social expectations
Mood
thoughtful
melancholic
Type
literary
philosophical
When to use this quote
- courtship
- family expectations
- personal readiness
- social pressure
Key Concepts
literature
social dynamics
Questions to Reflect On
- What internal barriers affect your relationships?
- How do societal expectations shape personal choices?
A Different Perspective
Not all relationships succeed despite desire; external factors can dominate.
![“I don't like being away from home. That's one reason why I don't work as much as I used to [when I started my career], because so many things are on the road. I just don't want to be away from my husband, my dogs and my home. I don't sing that much any more because that also takes you on the road.” quote by Jane Powell](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/07c/jane-powell-36243_away_i-don-t-like-being-away-from-home-that-s_278.jpg)
